The Director-General of the Ghana Education Service has ordered investigations after clashes between Obrachire Senior High Technical School and Swedru School of Business left several students injured during an annual sports festival.

An annual inter-school sports festival intended to promote unity and celebrate student talent ended in disorder after clashes broke out between students of and .

The incident, which occurred during the sporting event, resulted in injuries to some students. Videos circulating on social media have since drawn public concern and calls for swift action.

Director-General of GES Orders Investigation

According to Hon. Gizella Tetteh-Agbotui, Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya West, the Director-General of the has engaged the relevant school authorities and directed that a full investigation be conducted into the matter.

She assured parents, students, and the general public that the situation is being treated with urgency and seriousness.

Stakeholder Engagement Underway

Hon. Tetteh-Agbotui disclosed that she has held discussions with the District Chief Executive of Awutu Senya West, the District Education Office, the headmistress of Obrachire Senior High Technical School, and respected community elders.

She also engaged her parliamentary colleague, , to deliberate on measures to prevent a recurrence.

The MP described the incident as unfortunate, noting that sporting activities in schools are meant to build camaraderie, discipline, and healthy competition rather than fuel rivalry.

MP to Visit School Amid Infrastructure Expansion

Hon. Tetteh-Agbotui indicated that she will visit Obrachire Senior High Technical School during a scheduled sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of two new dormitory blocks. The project is expected to ease accommodation pressure and improve student welfare.

During the visit, she plans to meet with staff and students to reaffirm ongoing efforts to ensure safety and restore calm on campus.

Call for Calm

Authorities have urged students and community members to remain calm while investigations proceed. Further details are expected once the Ghana Education Service concludes its review.

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